I am an experienced consultant for associations and policy coordinator with a background in the European Commission and the Romanian Permanent Representation to the EU. I excel at external-facing activities including interacting with governments, trade associations, lobby groups, various companies and organizations, investors, board members, and strategic partners. I translate complex regulatory developments into clear guidance and help organizations navigate EU policy landscapes. I have a proven track record coordinating across organizations locally and globally to develop, align, and implement positioning and engagement strategies in telecom, digital technology, state aid, transport, sustainability, climate change, funding, and compliance. I am skilled at writing briefings, letters, contracts, decisions, press releases, and preparing positions on policy issues, as well as organizing policy events and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.…

Simona Trancanau

I am an experienced consultant for associations and policy coordinator with a background in the European Commission and the Romanian Permanent Representation to the EU. I excel at external-facing activities including interacting with governments, trade associations, lobby groups, various companies and organizations, investors, board members, and strategic partners. I translate complex regulatory developments into clear guidance and help organizations navigate EU policy landscapes. I have a proven track record coordinating across organizations locally and globally to develop, align, and implement positioning and engagement strategies in telecom, digital technology, state aid, transport, sustainability, climate change, funding, and compliance. I am skilled at writing briefings, letters, contracts, decisions, press releases, and preparing positions on policy issues, as well as organizing policy events and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.…

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I am an experienced consultant for associations and policy coordinator with a background in the European Commission and the Romanian Permanent Representation to the EU. I excel at external-facing activities including interacting with governments, trade associations, lobby groups, various companies and organizations, investors, board members, and strategic partners. I translate complex regulatory developments into clear guidance and help organizations navigate EU policy landscapes.

I have a proven track record coordinating across organizations locally and globally to develop, align, and implement positioning and engagement strategies in telecom, digital technology, state aid, transport, sustainability, climate change, funding, and compliance. I am skilled at writing briefings, letters, contracts, decisions, press releases, and preparing positions on policy issues, as well as organizing policy events and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.

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Skills

Experience Level

Copywriting
Intermediate

Work Experience

Self-employed Consultant / Project Manager at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Independent consultant and project manager since 2023, collaborating with associations, member organizations, consultants and other companies in technology, digital technology, transport, competition, state aid and climate change. Acts as the primary contact for member organizations, analyzes regulatory frameworks, monitors changes in EU law affecting client products and processes, translates complex regulatory developments into guidance for business teams, drafts regulatory documentation, liaises with regulatory agencies and EU institutions, develops and advocates legislative and policy positions, drafts briefing materials and presentations, and organizes networks, workshops, webinars and events to support client objectives.
Coordinator for policy and infringement at European Commission – Directorate General for Competition
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Central liaison coordinating between units and the commissioner; managed multi-annual projects with defined timelines; supervised legal issues related to complaint handling in competition; developed factual basis for legal analyses of State aid and public support measures; engaged with member states and stakeholders to refine issues and positions; prepared briefings, decisions and press materials.
Coordinator for policy and infringement at European Commission – Directorate General for Communications, Networks, Content and Technology
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2019
Coordinated across directorates on digital policy, e-commerce, 5G, spectrum, and related regulatory issues; translated legislation into actionable guidance; organized and managed network meetings, workshops, webinars, and events; represented the Commission in meetings and working groups; contributed to infringement procedures and public policy positions.
Coordinator for policy and infringement at European Commission – Directorate General for Mobility and Transport
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Led coordination of policy and regulatory actions across mobility and transport dossiers; established legal bases for analysis of state aid and public interventions; engaged with member states, regulators and stakeholders to refine policy positions; prepared briefings and positions for the Commissioner and high-level meetings.
Diplomat at Permanent Representation of Romania to the EU
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2012
Political advance team member and project manager supporting government officials, business leaders and political engagements; led Romania’s engagement with European Commission, European Parliament and Council; prepared briefings, legislative texts, strategic documents, and replies; organized outreach events and liaised with NGOs on competition and state aid issues across energy, environment, banking, transport and telecom sectors.

Education

Master of European Public Administration at Academy of Economic Studies, Faculty of Finance
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Bachelor in Management and Economy at Academy of Economic Studies, Faculty of Management and Telecommunication, Transport and Constructions
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026

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Industry Experience

Government, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment

Skills

Experience Level

Copywriting
Intermediate